As a pet parent to two rambunctious pups who really hate getting bathed, finding a high-quality dog shampoo is crucial. Because, really: What’s the point of struggling to get them in the tub if they’re not going to smell great and look shiny afterwards? Fortunately, I’ve gone through the top-rated options on Amazon to find the very best dog shampoo out there. That way, bath time will always be worth your while.
Whether you’re seeking out allergy relief, odor control, something to keep your white dog looking clean or a formula fit for a poodle, there are so many options. So, see what pet parents like the most below!
The Best Dog Shampoo, According to Amazon Shoppers
- Allergy Relief: My pup is no stranger to skin allergies, especially as the weather gets warmer. And with coconut oil and vitamin E, shoppers behind Pet Honesty Allergy Relief Shampoo’s 4.4-star rating say it provides tremendous relief to their pets’ dry, itchy and sensitive skin — $14
- Add Some Shine: Aloe vera, proteins and more in OUAI Fur Bébé Pet Shampoo are both hydrating and conditioning. With a top rating of 4.7 stars, one pet parent said her fur babies’ coats “look healthier, feel softer, and their skin seems much more hydrated” than ever — $32
- Odor Control: ALFIE’S CHOICE Dog Shampoo for Smelly Dogs is a deodorizing lavender and rosemary wash for all breeds. The 4.5-star rating is backed by pet parents who said they would buy it again, thanks to its ability to absorb odors — $27
- Shedding: Serial shedders should try Pride and Groom’s The Shedder which has a 4.5-star rating. With good-for-them ingredients, it effectively nourishes the skin and removes unwanted hair, with many reviews noting it made a huge difference in their homes — $32
- For White Dogs: Everyone knows a little white dog who always seem to look a little dirty. But products like BioSilk Silk Therapy Whitening Dog Shampoo, which boasts 4.6 stars, brighten light fur and make it shine. One pet parent even says it removes mud stains and grime within minutes — $9
- Curly Hair: Doodles and poodles require special detangling shampoos that are extra moisturizing. And Stonepaw’s contains premium, natural ingredients to soften their fur and prevent matting. It has one of the highest ratings on this list of 4.8 stars, with one shopper saying it makes bath time so much easier — $33
- K-Beauty: Treat your pup to something you’d use yourself. Stuck Soap Vegan Dog Shampoo is spa-quality, and easy on sensitive skin. Tying with Stonepaw with 4.8 stars, pet parents say it’s gentle and high-quality — $36
- Bully Breeds: The Bully Company’s Bulldog Shampoo is great for bully breeds exhibiting skin issues, itchiness and more. And behind the 4.6-star rating are happy pet parents who say it does, in fact, leave their fur babies’ skin and coats soft and shiny — $28
